Bairdah - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Bairdah is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Bairdah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairdah is 503545. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.25 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Bairdah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairdah
As per Census 2011, Bairdah village has a total population of 2,657 people, consisting of 1,369 males and 1,288 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 592 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,083 literate and 1,574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,448 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairdah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,657 | 1,369 | 1,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 281 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,448 | 759 | 689 |
| Literate Population | 1,083 | 684 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,574 | 685 | 889 |
Nearby Villages of Bairdah
Bairdah is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karlo | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Gator | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Karahiya | North | 4.40 km |
| Dhilari | South | 4.68 km |
| Sakariya | East | 5.14 km |
| Dhawai | West | 5.32 km |
| Mudmani | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Rajdaha | North-East | 5.55 km |
| Sundar | East | 5.56 km |
| Badhnai | South-East | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bairdah
Bairdah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Bairdah is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Bairdah is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairdah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairdah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bairdah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairdah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bairdah
Where is Bairdah located?
Bairdah village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairdah?
Bairdah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bairdah?
The pincode of Bairdah is 486882.
What is the population of Bairdah?
Bairdah has a total population of 2,657, including 1,369 males and 1,288 females.
How many households are there in Bairdah?
There are 477 households in Bairdah.
What is the literacy rate in Bairdah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairdah is 40.76%. Male literacy is 49.96% and female literacy is 30.98%.